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Industrial Automation Co, located in Raleigh, NC, is a global reseller of hard-to-find and obsolete industrial automation parts. We offer comprehensive customer support and a top-tier warranty on all products
Cross-Reference Guide · Allen Bradley Alternatives ControlLogix & CompactLogix on Backorder?The Siemens & Mitsubishi Cross-Reference When a ControlLogix or CompactLogix system is stuck behind a lead time — or the platform is heading toward end-of-life — Siemens S7-1500 and Mitsubishi Q-series are the two platforms controls engineers reach for. Here's...
Cross-Reference Guide · Allen Bradley Alternatives ControlLogix & CompactLogix on Backorder?The Siemens & Mitsubishi Cross-Reference When a ControlLogix or CompactLogix system is stuck behind a lead time — or the...
Engineer's Field Guide · WEG The WEG Playbook:CFW Drives, W22 Motors & Where They Fit WEG has quietly become one of the largest motor and drive manufacturers in the world...
Engineer's Field Guide · Schneider Electric The Schneider Electric Playbook:Altivar, Modicon & Zelio Explained Schneider's automation footprint spans three distinct product families under one badge. Here's how to navigate Altivar...
Comparison Guide · Siemens vs Mitsubishi Siemens vs Mitsubishi PLCs:Which Platform Fits Your Application? Two of the world's most widely deployed PLC platforms, head to head — TIA Portal vs...
Buyer Education · Part Conditions New, Refurbished, or Repaired?How to Choose the Right Automation Part Condition Refurbished vs. new industrial parts means something different at every supplier. Here's exactly what...
Engineer's Field Guide · OMRON Automation The OMRON Playbook:PLCs, Servo Drives & Safety Components Explained From legacy CJ/CS racks still running the plant floor to current-generation Sysmac NJ/NX controllers, here's...
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Drives & Motors
In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, adaptability and uptime are no longer optional — they’re mission-critical. PowerFlex drives by Rockwell Automation offer a robust solution to modernize, scale, and safeguard your operations...
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The Allen-Bradley Kinetix 6200 is engineered for high-performance motion control in demanding environments. With a modular multi-axis design, integrated safety features, and seamless communication capabilities, it delivers the precision and reliability...
Technology Insights
At Industrial Automation Co., Memorial Day isn’t just another date on the calendar — it’s personal. As a veteran-owned company, we carry a deep respect for the brave men and...
Maintenance
Holiday weekends are a chance to rest, recharge, and reflect—but for manufacturers, they can also bring elevated risk. When your team is running lean, and parts suppliers are closed, even...
Drives & Motors
Intro – The Costly Crossroads When legacy automation components begin to fail, the decision is rarely simple: should you repair what you have or replace it entirely? In 2025, that question is more...
Drives & Motors
Allen-Bradley is a cornerstone in industrial automation, known for offering a wide range of drives tailored to various applications. Among these, the LiquiFlo drive series—originally developed by Reliance Electric and...
Technology Insights
Intro – Secondhand, First-Class? Let’s face it—when engineers hear “refurbished automation part,” the first reaction is often doubt. Was it tested? Will it fail again? Is it even safe? That...
Drives & Motors
Keep Your Systems Running. Don’t Wait for a Breakdown. Unplanned downtime costs more than just money—it damages production schedules, customer trust, and even team morale. Yet most failures in automation...
Programmable Logic Controllers
Choosing the right CompactLogix controller is crucial to building a reliable and scalable automation system. Whether you’re programming a small machine or deploying distributed I/O across a facility, Allen-Bradley’s CompactLogix...
Programmable Logic Controllers
In industrial automation, choosing the right control system is crucial—but the line between PLCs and PACs isn't always clear. Are they the same thing? Is one just a newer version...
Programmable Logic Controllers
Ladder logic is the universal language of PLC programming—and it’s not going anywhere. Whether you're working with an Allen-Bradley MicroLogix or...
Programmable Logic Controllers
If you’ve ever wired a proximity sensor to a PLC input and gotten unexpected results—or worse, damaged an input module—you’re not alone. The terms sinking and sourcing are among the...
